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10-12-06, 02:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,753
Posted By rcnmoon

Though apparently not the case here, I know of...

Though apparently not the case here, I know of one campus where theft was a problem and campus police "planted" a couple of old bikes to "bait" thieves.
10-12-06, 11:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,080
Posted By rcnmoon

Seems like you should be able to get it for le$$ ...

Seems like you should be able to get it for le$$

Problems: tonnage, hardened brake pads, chain condition, tire condition, etc?
10-12-06, 11:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 714
Posted By rcnmoon

Rather than explaining it another way From...

Rather than explaining it another way

From Sheldon Brown:
Measuring Frame Size

Generally, when you see a single number listed as a frame's "size" that number refers to the length of the...
10-09-06, 12:20 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,315
Posted By rcnmoon

1 set of Suntour w/ Huret Jubilee and Suntour...

1 set of Suntour w/ Huret Jubilee and Suntour Cyclone
1 set of Shimano w/ Dura Ace F & R
Both (non indexed)
10-05-06, 02:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 518
Posted By rcnmoon

I see "said the blind man" Rider of vintage...

I see "said the blind man"

Rider of vintage road bikes & not so vintage mtb
10-05-06, 02:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 518
Posted By rcnmoon

Just curious, What characteristic of the "group...

Just curious, What characteristic of the "group ride" required a newer bike?
10-04-06, 12:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By rcnmoon

Heck for that matter just don't shift it!

Heck for that matter just don't shift it!
09-25-06, 12:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,924
Posted By rcnmoon

Bearings must have been corroded in place? I...

Bearings must have been corroded in place?

I took out the BB/axle and threaded it w/ Italian threads, installed a old Campy BB and have forgotton about it for years now!
09-25-06, 10:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 696
Posted By rcnmoon

I agree, some of the older rims were not designed...

I agree, some of the older rims were not designed to handle the higher pressures now so common. I have had similar problems w/ tires/wheels on some of my "vintage" bikes, so I have to keep the...
09-18-06, 09:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,002
Posted By rcnmoon

Without addressing all the questions. 1) You...

Without addressing all the questions.
1) You may have spacing/clearance problems using the 9 speed cassette on that frame. Before going too far with it determine if it will fit. You might consider...
09-18-06, 09:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,893
Posted By rcnmoon

If you really want to be "cheap". Remove the rim...

If you really want to be "cheap". Remove the rim tape, de-burr and fill the hole with something like JB Weld. Clean up and smooth, replace the rim tape and monitor the rim condition. You will...
09-14-06, 11:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,824
Posted By rcnmoon

Go w/ the Dakar I picked one up and have been...

Go w/ the Dakar
I picked one up and have been very happy w/ it. tThe difference in price can be used for upgrades if you need um
09-14-06, 10:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 693
Posted By rcnmoon

If you want auto routing carefully check out the...

If you want auto routing carefully check out the features offered in different models. I have used a Garmin GPS V for autorouting in a car and motorcycle but never picked up a handlebar mt for the...
09-14-06, 08:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 693
Posted By rcnmoon

The Garmin Etrex models w/ a handlebar mount work...

The Garmin Etrex models w/ a handlebar mount work well. The newer "cx" models are better at retaining satelite reception in deep woods areas. I have been using the basic Etrex for quite a while and...
07-18-06, 11:41 AM
Replies: 523
Views: 37,192
Posted By rcnmoon

His ebay rating would be reason to be suspect...

His ebay rating would be reason to be suspect besides the 70 's era Schwinn
Replies: 88
Views: 31,606
Posted By rcnmoon

I always heard about the "death fork" on these...

I always heard about the "death fork" on these but in the mid-late 70s when we bought them we club raced them, jumped, thrashed them and even cross country toured on these forks. (X country tour...
Replies: 88
Views: 31,606
Posted By rcnmoon

The Viscount sealed BB was smmoth but the *&%#...

The Viscount sealed BB was smmoth but the *&%# spindle was subject to un-expected snapping off on the crank side. I saw at least 2 on the road leaving us with the crankset dangling on our foot by the...
10-31-05, 12:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,618
Posted By rcnmoon

Ideale 90 (I think). I didn't seem to be as...

Ideale 90 (I think). I didn't seem to be as troublesome to get broken in as the Brooks at the time.
Bought it in 76 or 77 and still use it.
03-02-05, 08:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 878
Posted By rcnmoon

The Viscount Pro cranks did indeed use the TA...

The Viscount Pro cranks did indeed use the TA bolt pattern(a multitude of bolts). Chanirings were interchangable and I believe could be set up as doubles or triples
03-02-05, 08:06 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 20,662
Posted By rcnmoon

I also have a Suntour Superbe Pro brakeset in use...

I also have a Suntour Superbe Pro brakeset in use for over 20 years, They have always worked great. Basically a sort of Campy (of the same vintage) copy. very smooth and excellent finish.

sure I...
12-23-04, 10:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 528
Posted By rcnmoon

I still have a pro that I use regularly though...

I still have a pro that I use regularly though its been completely rebuilt and repainted. Might have a few original parts. Which model did you have? Which crankset is it?
12-23-04, 09:54 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,782
Posted By rcnmoon

put that latte in your camelback

put that latte in your camelback
10-27-04, 10:27 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 16,194
Posted By rcnmoon

As has already been said the Superbe components...

As has already been said the Superbe components were very well made and durable. I still have some pedals, brakes etc that have been in use for over 20 yrs
10-21-04, 11:28 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,663
Posted By rcnmoon

Still have my old Viscount Pro. Though it's been...

Still have my old Viscount Pro. Though it's been rebuilt & repainted.
BB: Italian threaded
Fork: replaced w/ the chrome Tange

I think the only remaining parts are the seat binder bolt and stem
10-21-04, 10:57 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 25,533
Posted By rcnmoon

75 or so Viscount Pro frame, Campy Record...

75 or so Viscount Pro frame, Campy Record brakes/Mathauser pads, Sun Tour Cyclone & Huret Jubilee derail, SunTour Cyclone SF hubs w/ Araya rims, Avocet Crank w/ Superbe pedals, Christophe clips,...
10-04-04, 01:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,255
Posted By rcnmoon

I have a Viscount Pro from about 1975-76. Still...

I have a Viscount Pro from about 1975-76. Still in use for recreational riding. (I switch with several others)

W/ wider range gearing it carried me on a x-country US tour (W/ the orig aluminum...
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